Office of Work-Life Programs : Body Fat Probation Resources

Requirements for Members Exceeding Maximum Allowable Body Fat:
Commands shall refer members exceeding maximum allowable body fat to their Primary Care Manager (PCM) to determine the cause of weight gain and consultation. Commands shall refer members to the PCM by filling out Section 1 of the (Command Weight Referral Form SF 600). PCM's shall fill out Section 2. Members shall inform command of any medical problems with losing weight or starting an exercise program. The attached flow chart can help commands and members through the process.

Members who exceed their maximum allowable weight are highly encouraged to use any of the following resources:

• Contact CG SUPRT Health Coaching at 855-CGSUPRT (855-247-8778) or www.CGSUPRT.com.

• Go to the Human Performance Resource Center (HPRC) website at http://hprc-online.org/, where information is available on a variety of health subjects such as nutrition, exercise, and dietary supplements.

• Use the Caloric Calculator Caloric Calculator to determine how many calories you require to lose weight.

• For the latest nutritional information refer to the Human Performance Nutrition Site 

•  Refer to the Human Performance Physical Fitness Site .

• Start a fitness log to track progress. As you lose weight your fitness should improve. Log examples:

• Aerobic Training Log Sample
• Strength Training Log Sample

• Complete a Monthly Fitness Test Requirements (after Primary Care Manager clearance) (push-ups, sit-ups, 1.5 mile run, or 1 mile walk)

Resources

• COMDTINST 1020.8H - Coast Guard Weight and Body Fat Standards Program
• COMDTINST M6200.1E - Coast Guard Health Promotion Manual
• Personal Fitness Plan (CG-6049)
• BMI / Fitness Calculator
• Body Fat Calculator

Additional Resources

The following pages are resource guides to help you understand and comply with the new weight policy.

• Fitness Equipment Tool Box
• Non Traditional Work Out Equipment
• Sample Fitness Programs
• Weight Management Program

Websites

Refer to the Weight Management page for additional online resources.

Resources for Improving Fitness Performance Tests

Military PFT Prep Help Site